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$260,841$193 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $227,000 on Jul 26, 2024

1243 S BELL SCHOOL RD

ROCKFORD, IL 61108
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,352 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$261K
$236K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$227,000 · Jul 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,251 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$73,934 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,014
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$64,457
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$221,802

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.63
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Traffic
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 200 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Cherry Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Guilford High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
M
Eisenhower Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi

District: Rockford School District 205

Neighborhood · ZIP 61108These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,642
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,718 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,181
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,210
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

1243 S Bell School Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 82% of homes in Rockford 61108
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Rockford 61108
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Rockford 61108
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Rockford 61108
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Rockford 61108

What homes are worth in Rockford 61108

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$107K$375K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Rockford 61108.

How it measures up in Rockford 61108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockford 61108.

Estimated value$260,841
CheaperTypical $184,681Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,649 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 1243 S Bell School Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockford 61108Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,84182% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$193almost all homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,352 ft²24% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac88% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than197272% of homes59% of homes

About 1243 S Bell School Rd

How much is 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL is $260,841 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $235,513 to $286,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL last sell?

1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL last sold on Jul 26, 2024 for $227,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL?

1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,352 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL built?

1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL?

1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL is assigned to Cherry Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Guilford High School (high), rated D; Eisenhower Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Rockford School District 205. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL compare to other homes in Rockford 61108?

Among the 9,978 homes in Rockford 61108, it is worth more than 82% of them ($260,841 against a typical $184,681), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($193 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,352 ft² against a typical 1,649 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1972 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 69% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1243 S Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL was $5,251. The county assessed it at $73,934.

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